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Description

This is a 1917 World War I propaganda poster created by the renowned illustrator James Montgomery Flagg, famous for his recruitment poster featuring Uncle Sam.

The central figure of the poster is a smiling American soldier, sketched in Flagg's signature bold and expressive style. The soldier’s confident and determined demeanor encapsulates the message of unyielding American resolve during the war.

The slogan prominently displayed beneath the illustration, "He can't be beaten," underscores the morale-boosting intent of the poster. The accompanying text appeals to the American public to financially support the war effort through the purchase of Liberty Bonds, emphasizing the critical need for weapons, ammunition, food, and supplies to ensure victory. The text evokes both a sense of urgency and patriotic duty, arguing that while the courage of American soldiers is unquestionable, the success of the war depends on the nation’s collective financial contribution.

A smaller inset within the text reiterates the immediacy of the need, emphasizing that every dollar counts and reassuring buyers of the government-backed return on their investment. The poster directly challenges the disparaging remarks of Germany’s Kaiser, stating, “The Kaiser says America has a yellow streak. Show him it is pure gold,” blending patriotic pride with a call to action. 

Overall, this poster is a striking example of early 20th-century wartime propaganda, combining compelling imagery and persuasive rhetoric to rally financial support for the United States’ involvement in World War I. 

Condition Description
Lined with light mesh on verso.